Manchester United have sacked head coach Michael Carrick following an internal review of the club’s performances, bringing his time in charge at Old Trafford to an end.
The decision was reached after discussions among senior figures at the club over the past 48 hours, with Carrick reportedly informed of his dismissal on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
The former Manchester United midfielder leaves his position following a disappointing start to the 2026/27 campaign, which has seen the Red Devils struggle for consistency in both domestic and European competitions.
United’s decision to part ways with Carrick comes after a difficult run of results that has pushed the club into the Premier League relegation zone. The English giants have managed just one victory in their opening 10 league matches, collecting eight points and finding themselves in 18th position.
Despite receiving backing after earlier disappointing performances, the club’s hierarchy eventually decided that a change in leadership was necessary to rescue the season.
Carrick had previously enjoyed an impressive spell as interim manager after returning to Manchester United in January. His performances during that period convinced the club’s leadership to hand him the permanent managerial position in May 2026.
Under his guidance, United finished third in the Premier League last season and secured qualification for the UEFA Champions League.
However, the former midfielder has struggled to reproduce that form during the current campaign, with defensive weaknesses, inconsistent performances and disappointing results increasing the pressure on his position.
Recent defeats against Bournemouth and Chelsea, alongside a disappointing 4-4 draw against Aston Villa, further intensified concerns about the team’s direction.
Meanwhile, former Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Carrick, with reports suggesting that Manchester United are already working towards securing his appointment.
Carrick’s departure represents another major managerial change at Old Trafford as the club continues its search for stability and a return to its former glory.
Manchester United will now look to appoint a new manager capable of turning around their difficult season and restoring confidence among supporters.
